Ermitaz is a restaurant and bar located in a spacious barn right behind the train station. It can be rented out for parties, functions and events as well. Even those above 40 years of age have a special disco time dedicated just to them. Don't miss out on this place for a real taste of Krakow.
Located on the edge of the Kazimierz neighborhood is Pub Propaganda. Keeping with the roots of its namesake, this pub is Communist-era propaganda themed. One of the oldest pubs around, the dimly-lit interiors are chock-o-block with memorabilia and tokens from the time when communism was prevalent in the area. Enjoy live music performances over chilled local beers and strong cocktails like The Mad Dog, The American, Gingerbread and The Brain, all at pocket-friendly prices! Music genres played here range from rock, jazz, blues and reggae to punk. This is a great pub to enjoy the feel of the old Krakow.
This is a legendary Krakow type of place. It has no sign, it's difficult to find and it stays open all night on weekends. Oh, and it's packed. Take Slawkowska St. from Old Town Square. After about 150 meters (492.13 feet), you will see a large wooden door inset in an entranceway on the left, often with the telltale sign of people milling about it. Go on in, and negotiate your way into the cellar. The walls are covered in graffiti and old posters.
Jazz Klub u Muniaka is one of the oldest jazz clubs in Krakow. It is situated just a few meters from the Market Square in a cozy, spacious cellar. The decor here is that of a traditional 16th century dwelling. It may lack the sophistication of your average big city jazz club, but this is irrelevant as the music is spectacular. There are live jazz concerts every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night. There is a fine selection of Polish beer on tap.
At C.K. Browar, you can dine, dance and drink, all under one roof. This pretty underground cellar is a great place to spend a whole night. Interior vaulted arches evoke a certain atmosphere. The restaurant is comfortable and not too formal. The bar serves up a wide range of drinks and cocktails and home-brewed beer. You will find that the menu is mostly Polish, with the emphasis on dishes that don't take too long to prepare or consume.
Old paintings, furniture and candles lit all around adds to the beautiful decor of Alchemia, a popular hangout in Krakow. With an old fashioned decor for young people, Alchemia is unmissable for anyone and everyone. It is a place which you would certainly love to come back to again and again when out on the town.
With an array of theme nights on weekends and Friday disco nights being the regular feature of the house, One Club and Lounge is a place where you could bond with some of the happening crowd of the city. A weekend party house for happy souls and couples as the place provides a cozy corner to slip away from the lounge, which is crowded with revelers. A well stocked bar in the house helps in keeping the spirits high till late into the night. A place recommended for a weekend getaway with friends or by yourself. Visit the website for timings and more information.
Set in the style of a speakeasy bar, Z Ust do Ust is a secret cocktail bar that is considered to be one of the best in the city by the locals. Not only do patrons have to solve a bunch of puzzles to find the exact location of the bar but there are also a number of deceptive signs that lead you the wrong way the closer you get to the bar. Only the determined get the chance to try the decadent cocktails at this cozy, dimly-lit bar. Dutch and Stormy, Warm Bobas and Cytrusy are just some of the drinks you can try here. They also have a great selection of beers and wines besides the cocktails. If you are in the mood to go on a short adventure, then put on your thinking hats and begin finding your way to this great bar.
The upstairs of this mellow but popular pub looks like a UK local. There is an over 21 age restriction, which is enforced. Downstairs is a small dance floor, where you can boogie in considerable privacy. The ground floor has a quiet charming appeal, with the global classic of bills from around the world fixed to the wall behind the bar. Getting to the downstairs dance floor (or the bathroom) is accomplished by means of descending a corkscrew like staircase that can be a real challenge after a few beers. In keeping with their over 21 policy, beer prices are slightly higher (at 5zł) than at some other bars and pubs in the area. But perhaps that's the price to pay for a mellower place with more attentive service.
The Brunswick Club in Central Krakow is a regular hang out spot for locals and teens to relax and unwind at after a tiresome day. The place attracts quite a huge crowd, thanks to its lazy ambiance and a very buzzing scene. The music played here is contemporary and is spun by some of today's top artists; entertaining. The DJ will entertain guests all night long with some splendid tunes. The club opens at 12 am. Call ahead to know more.
Set in a wooden-themed space with dim lights lending to the cozy ambience, Krako Slow Wines is a great place to be for the wine enthusiasts. Boasting of a great selection of wines, sourced entirely from local ecological farms, the wine bar Nachbil Chardonnay Barrique, Tokaji Szamorodni Dry and Livia Girboiu are just some of the decadent wines you can call for here. However, don’t fret, if you don’t have much of a taste for wines, as the bar also boasts of an amazing selection of Polish beers and ciders as well as Hungarian and Roman fruit distillates. Juices, tea and coffees are also on offer for the teetotalers. If you are in the mood to pamper your taste buds, certainly a visit to Krako Slow Wines won’t disappoint.
Whether you are in the mood to treat yourself to contemporary Polish and European eats or drink a few glasses of premium wines, then Enoteka Pergamin is the place to be. Polish Smoked Meat, Capricciosa Pizza and Greek Cheese are just some of the local favorites on the menu. As for the drinks, the bar menu boasts of an array of premium wines sourced from far-flung places in the world. Whether you want to indulge in European wines from France or Italy or sip on wines from Chile, New Zealand or South Africa, the bar houses it all. Besides regular wines, sweet and fortified wines can also be found on the menu. Set in a cozy, well-lit space with a lovely outdoor patio, the restaurant and wine bar also sets the perfect ambience for those who are looking forward to a memorable dining experience.